JOBS & CAREERS SPRING 2018 - 307

Edinburgh

Jobseekers per vacancy 0.46
Average salary £35,896
Scotland's capital is home to the
University of Edinburgh, one of
the oldest and best universities in
the world. It's also the UK's second
largest financial centre, with many
banks and insurance companies.
Jobs in technology and software,
the creative industries and life
sciences, as well as tourism, retail,
food and drink, transport and
education, are plentiful too. Away
from work, there's lots to keep you
entertained, from lively bars to
world-class cultural venues.

Manchester

Jobseekers per vacancy 0.15
Average salary £33,568
Manufacturing has long been
a major part of Manchester's
economy, but it is also a thriving
financial and business centre. The
city is also a major research hub.
Manchester Science Park houses
more than 120 science and tech
companies, while Salford Quays
is home to MediaCityUK, which
attracts big names such as the
BBC and ITV. Little wonder, then,
that the city experienced a 15.3%
growth in jobs last year.

Bristol

Jobseekers per vacancy 0.21
Average salary £33,118
With its combination of a great
community spirit, world-class
culture, impressive schools and a
buzzing culinary scene, the capital
of the south-west frequently tops
lists of the best places to live in
Britain. It's also one of the top
places to find a job, with almost
five vacancies for every jobseeker.
With more than half a million
overseas visitors a year, there are
plenty of jobs in tourism. Creative
media, electronics and the
aerospace industry play important
roles in the local economy too.

Salford Quays is home to MediaCityUK,
which attracts big names such as the BBC
Exeter

Jobseekers per vacancy 0.20
Average salary £30,766
With sandy beaches in one direction and Dartmoor in the
other, Exeter attracts young families and professionals who
appreciate its safe city centre, good schools and Georgian
houses. The city's biggest industry is health and social work,
accounting for 18% of jobs, with wholesale and retail just
behind at 17%. Digital tech employers are expanding too. Other
important sectors include education and public administration.

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